6 Pies We Love in Austin

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There's no shortage of pie in Austin—in fact it just might be the city's favorite dessert. And although Austin's food scene is expanding and earning a reputation for creative cuisine, the pies, like much of the BBQ, remain quite traditional.

In a city where the state nut litters the sidewalks during the fall, pecan pie reigns supreme. But don't worry, there's also plenty of cream, chess, and fruit pies. These six slices are the perfect end to any meal or as an afternoon pick-me-up with a cup of coffee (preferably iced at this time of year). Click through the slideshow above to see every pie or go straight to a slice below.

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Meredith Bethune is a food and travel writer who recently moved to Washington, DC from Austin. She has had lots of odd jobs along the way like cheesemonger, farmers’ market coordinator, and youth gardening instructor. As a writer, her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, New York Magazine, Bon Appetit, BUST, The Local Palate, Gastronomica, Modern Farmer, and numerous Austin publications.